Assistant Director of Career Services and Externship Coordinator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Counsel for initial 1L advising appointments.
• Aid in expanding externship and employment opportunities through employer outreach.
• Manage the Public Interest Law Fund (PILF) and grow pro bono opportunities.
• Plan and implement on-campus interviews, educational, and professional development programs and events.
• Guide students in identifying suitable externship opportunities and maintaining relationships with placements.
• Teach the classroom component, including sessions on expectations, policy and procedure, ethics, professionalism, etc.
• Ensure all externship information is documented using the 12twenty platform, including hours worked, journal entries, and paperwork.
• Review and collect evaluation documents regarding student performance at placements.
• Maintain relationships with students throughout their placements.
• Stay informed of compliance standards and legal community relationships.
• Promote the externship program through information sessions and speaking engagements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Two (2+) years of professional experience in career services, student affairs, or employer relations.
• Organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Superior teaching experience or presentation skills.
• Ability to develop internal and external relationships.
• Experience in law school career services, legal recruiting, or legal talent development.
• Familiarity with 12twenty career management platform.